ZK Cost Curve
Track how the cost structure of zero-knowledge proofs is changing. Aimed at technically-minded readers who understand cryptography basics but want a clear picture of the key metrics: proof generation cost, verification cost, proving time, and how these are shifting across the major ZK systems (Plonky3, Halo2, SP1, RISC Zero, etc.). Focus on the economics — what's getting cheaper, what's still expensive, and what that means for what becomes viable.
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Output format
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Content brief
Paint a clear picture of how ZK proof economics are changing. Focus on the main metrics: proof generation cost ($/proof), verification gas cost, proving time, and throughput. Cover advances across the major systems (Plonky3, Halo2, SP1, RISC Zero, Succinct, etc.) and highlight what's actually moving the needle vs. what's incremental. Readers are technically literate but not ZK specialists — they want to understand which cost barriers are falling and what new applications that unlocks. Do not give financial advice.
Style brief
Casual but precise tone. Bullet point summary at top. 3-5 paragraphs with concrete numbers where possible. Use simple comparisons to make cost changes tangible (e.g., "proving cost dropped from $X to $Y").